New Maui Wowi Hawaiian Franchisee Brings the Fun and Simple Coffee and Smoothie Business to Creswell, Oregon - Seattle Post Intelligencer

Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees and Smoothies welcomes Tina Lopez as their newest franchisee to bring all-natural, premium products to Creswell, Oregon and the surrounding communities

Greenwood Village, Colo. (PRWEB) March 21, 2012

Come rain, come shine, Maui Wowi Hawaiian’s newest franchisee now has the flexibility to work where she wants, when she wants, and how often she wants. For Tina Lopez, this was a key component when deciding to begin her own business with Maui Wowi Hawaiian, an all-natural, fresh fruit smoothie and gourmet coffee franchise company. Since retiring, Lopez has decided to live a laidback lifestyle and serve quality products to Creswell, Oregon and the surrounding communities.

“I embrace change and was looking for something fun and a business where I could be outdoors, enjoying the sun and the nice weather or inside when it is not so nice out,” said Lopez. “Maui Wowi gives me the flexibility and supplemental income I’ve wanted. I have the opportunity to choose from a multitude of events and have fun.”

Lopez worked in a leadership position with the USDA, Forest Service in Human Resources for 30 years, until she decided to retire in 2010. Since then, she has been looking for the perfect fit to give her an outlet for her personality and laidback charm. “I am a very energetic individual and know myself well enough to know that I wouldn’t last long being retired,” said Lopez. “I’m ready for the change in lifestyle from business suits and heels to Hawaiian attire and flip flops. Maui Wowi is the perfect franchise for me to invest my future time and energy.”

Maui Wowi Hawaiian completed a successful transfer of agreement from an existing Franchisee to Lopez, which included one mobile event unit and one catering unit. The mobile event unit, called a Ka’anapli Cart, will allow Lopez to work an endless list of events and venues such as community youth athletic clubs, tournaments, festivals, and flea markets. Her additional catering unit will open up the doors to even more opportunity to work private functions like graduations, weddings, and corporate events.

Within the next two years, Lopez aspires to be serving the ‘Aloha Spirit’ all across Oregon with her Ka’anapali Cart, catering unit, and the addition of a concession trailer that will give her more options to work indoors or out. “To me, the opportunities are endless,” she said.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian specializes in serving premium products with island flair that include all-natural fresh fruit smoothies, gourmet Hawaiian coffees, and decadent espresso beverages. They can be found at events, venues, kiosks, and fixed retail locations, with franchise opportunities in the U.S. and internationally.

About Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees & Smoothies:
Before the days of big Hawaiian resort hotels and fiberglass surfboards, surfers spent long, lazy days partaking in the tasty waves of the North Shore beaches. As the legends of the surfers grew, many were drawn to the healthy, carefree lifestyle of Hawaii. Since 1982, Maui Wowi Hawaiian has been spreading the ‘Aloha Spirit’ across the world with its premium Hawaiian coffees, all-natural fresh fruit smoothies and authentic Hawaiian products. From event carts, mall kiosks and stand-alone retail locations, Maui Wowi Hawaiian operates 605 units worldwide. For more information about Maui Wowi Hawaiian’s flexible, low cost franchising opportunities, visit http://www.mauiwowifranchise.com.

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New Maui Wowi Hawaiian Franchisee Brings the Fun and Simple Coffee and Smoothie Business to Creswell, Oregon - YAHOO!

Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees and Smoothies welcomes Tina Lopez as their newest franchisee to bring all-natural, premium products to Creswell, Oregon and the surrounding communities

Greenwood Village, Colo. (PRWEB) March 21, 2012

Come rain, come shine, Maui Wowi Hawaiian’s newest franchisee now has the flexibility to work where she wants, when she wants, and how often she wants. For Tina Lopez, this was a key component when deciding to begin her own business with Maui Wowi Hawaiian, an all-natural, fresh fruit smoothie and gourmet coffee franchise company. Since retiring, Lopez has decided to live a laidback lifestyle and serve quality products to Creswell, Oregon and the surrounding communities.

“I embrace change and was looking for something fun and a business where I could be outdoors, enjoying the sun and the nice weather or inside when it is not so nice out,” said Lopez. “Maui Wowi gives me the flexibility and supplemental income I’ve wanted. I have the opportunity to choose from a multitude of events and have fun.”

Lopez worked in a leadership position with the USDA, Forest Service in Human Resources for 30 years, until she decided to retire in 2010. Since then, she has been looking for the perfect fit to give her an outlet for her personality and laidback charm. “I am a very energetic individual and know myself well enough to know that I wouldn’t last long being retired,” said Lopez. “I’m ready for the change in lifestyle from business suits and heels to Hawaiian attire and flip flops. Maui Wowi is the perfect franchise for me to invest my future time and energy.”

Maui Wowi Hawaiian completed a successful transfer of agreement from an existing Franchisee to Lopez, which included one mobile event unit and one catering unit. The mobile event unit, called a Ka’anapli Cart, will allow Lopez to work an endless list of events and venues such as community youth athletic clubs, tournaments, festivals, and flea markets. Her additional catering unit will open up the doors to even more opportunity to work private functions like graduations, weddings, and corporate events.

Within the next two years, Lopez aspires to be serving the ‘Aloha Spirit’ all across Oregon with her Ka’anapali Cart, catering unit, and the addition of a concession trailer that will give her more options to work indoors or out. “To me, the opportunities are endless,” she said.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian specializes in serving premium products with island flair that include all-natural fresh fruit smoothies, gourmet Hawaiian coffees, and decadent espresso beverages. They can be found at events, venues, kiosks, and fixed retail locations, with franchise opportunities in the U.S. and internationally.

About Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees & Smoothies:

Before the days of big Hawaiian resort hotels and fiberglass surfboards, surfers spent long, lazy days partaking in the tasty waves of the North Shore beaches. As the legends of the surfers grew, many were drawn to the healthy, carefree lifestyle of Hawaii. Since 1982, Maui Wowi Hawaiian has been spreading the ‘Aloha Spirit’ across the world with its premium Hawaiian coffees, all-natural fresh fruit smoothies and authentic Hawaiian products. From event carts, mall kiosks and stand-alone retail locations, Maui Wowi Hawaiian operates 605 units worldwide. For more information about Maui Wowi Hawaiian’s flexible, low cost franchising opportunities, visit http://www.mauiwowifranchise.com.

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Oregon Investment Act: Responding to business needs across Oregon - Oregonian

By Ted Wheeler, Cliff Bentz and Tobias Read

We heard hundreds of stories, from across the state -- in Ontario, Klamath Falls, Bend, The Dalles, Portland, Pendleton, Coos Bay.

Business stories. Your stories.

The themes were consistent. Oregon must do better -- and be smarter and more strategic -- to support and invest in business opportunities. And the state can better connect capital to job creators, whether they are fledgling startups or established companies with plans to expand.

A manufacturer in the Columbia River Gorge can't get financing for a new project, which prevents it from hiring more than a dozen people. A promising Bend technology startup is struggling to connect with investors. Small businesses need help to hire technical assistance in Klamath Falls.

When we look around Oregon, we see signs that business is picking up. Opportunities abound. That's reason for optimism.

However, opportunities don't become realities on their own, and Oregonians are missing too many of them now. A recent analysis financed by the Oregon Community Foundation, Oregon State Treasury and Meyer Memorial Trust identified a spectrum of "capital gaps" that are hamstringing business development in Oregon.

That's why a bipartisan coalition is proposing a new storyline when it comes to our economic development imperative: the Oregon Investment Act, which will be considered in February.

Oregon spends significant Oregon Lottery profits and other funds today to enhance business development. Yet those tools are scattered across multiple agencies and have little strategic connection, and sometimes have little accountability to measure results.

The Oregon Investment Act responds to the common themes we heard. It will require that we allocate state funds in nimble and effective ways, and it will help ensure that Oregonians get value for their money.

The multifaceted approach could include thoughtful participation in bank loans, focused attraction of venture capital, targeted tax credits and small-business assistance. The overriding goal: better help for communities across the state to build their own economic futures.

Government is in the economic development arena because taxpayers directed it. At the same time, taxpayers rightly expect that the state will invest our limited resources in a coordinated way that will maximize job creation and retention.

Oregon can and should.

Today's uncoordinated system of economic development will be improved by a new Oregon Growth Board that must partner with private sector expertise. That collaboration will allow Oregon to do a better job anticipating and reacting to opportunities.

The board will catalog the myriad ways Oregon now pays for economic development and ensure that funds are spent as wisely as possible. The board also will identify potential new sources of funding to bolster innovation and job creation.

The Oregon Investment Act will attract private dollars by using public funds as a catalyst, such as through investment partnerships and private loan guarantees. By combining those resources, we can help strengthen a culture of entrepreneurship.

It is important to note that the Oregon Investment Act restructures government, rather than adding to it. At least one existing state entity, the Oregon Growth Account Board in the State Treasury, will be dissolved.

This vision is the result of many voices, from small-business owners to community leaders to Oregonians of every political stripe. Together, we are working to write a new chapter in Oregon's story.

And together, we can encourage the business growth that will catapult us into a more prosperous tomorrow.

Ted Wheeler is Oregon's treasurer. Republican Cliff Bentz represents Ontario in the Oregon House of Representatives; Democrat Tobias Read represents Beaverton.

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Oregon Investment Act: Responding to business needs across Oregon - Oregonian

By Ted Wheeler, Cliff Bentz and Tobias Read

We heard hundreds of stories, from across the state -- in Ontario, Klamath Falls, Bend, The Dalles, Portland, Pendleton, Coos Bay.

Business stories. Your stories.

The themes were consistent. Oregon must do better -- and be smarter and more strategic -- to support and invest in business opportunities. And the state can better connect capital to job creators, whether they are fledgling startups or established companies with plans to expand.

A manufacturer in the Columbia River Gorge can't get financing for a new project, which prevents it from hiring more than a dozen people. A promising Bend technology startup is struggling to connect with investors. Small businesses need help to hire technical assistance in Klamath Falls.

When we look around Oregon, we see signs that business is picking up. Opportunities abound. That's reason for optimism.

However, opportunities don't become realities on their own, and Oregonians are missing too many of them now. A recent analysis financed by the Oregon Community Foundation, Oregon State Treasury and Meyer Memorial Trust identified a spectrum of "capital gaps" that are hamstringing business development in Oregon.

That's why a bipartisan coalition is proposing a new storyline when it comes to our economic development imperative: the Oregon Investment Act, which will be considered in February.

Oregon spends significant Oregon Lottery profits and other funds today to enhance business development. Yet those tools are scattered across multiple agencies and have little strategic connection, and sometimes have little accountability to measure results.

The Oregon Investment Act responds to the common themes we heard. It will require that we allocate state funds in nimble and effective ways, and it will help ensure that Oregonians get value for their money.

The multifaceted approach could include thoughtful participation in bank loans, focused attraction of venture capital, targeted tax credits and small-business assistance. The overriding goal: better help for communities across the state to build their own economic futures.

Government is in the economic development arena because taxpayers directed it. At the same time, taxpayers rightly expect that the state will invest our limited resources in a coordinated way that will maximize job creation and retention.

Oregon can and should.

Today's uncoordinated system of economic development will be improved by a new Oregon Growth Board that must partner with private sector expertise. That collaboration will allow Oregon to do a better job anticipating and reacting to opportunities.

The board will catalog the myriad ways Oregon now pays for economic development and ensure that funds are spent as wisely as possible. The board also will identify potential new sources of funding to bolster innovation and job creation.

The Oregon Investment Act will attract private dollars by using public funds as a catalyst, such as through investment partnerships and private loan guarantees. By combining those resources, we can help strengthen a culture of entrepreneurship.

It is important to note that the Oregon Investment Act restructures government, rather than adding to it. At least one existing state entity, the Oregon Growth Account Board in the State Treasury, will be dissolved.

This vision is the result of many voices, from small-business owners to community leaders to Oregonians of every political stripe. Together, we are working to write a new chapter in Oregon's story.

And together, we can encourage the business growth that will catapult us into a more prosperous tomorrow.

Ted Wheeler is Oregon's treasurer. Republican Cliff Bentz represents Ontario in the Oregon House of Representatives; Democrat Tobias Read represents Beaverton.

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Oregon Investment Act: Responding to business needs across Oregon - Oregonian

By Ted Wheeler, Cliff Bentz and Tobias Read

We heard hundreds of stories, from across the state -- in Ontario, Klamath Falls, Bend, The Dalles, Portland, Pendleton, Coos Bay.

Business stories. Your stories.

The themes were consistent. Oregon must do better -- and be smarter and more strategic -- to support and invest in business opportunities. And the state can better connect capital to job creators, whether they are fledgling startups or established companies with plans to expand.

A manufacturer in the Columbia River Gorge can't get financing for a new project, which prevents it from hiring more than a dozen people. A promising Bend technology startup is struggling to connect with investors. Small businesses need help to hire technical assistance in Klamath Falls.

When we look around Oregon, we see signs that business is picking up. Opportunities abound. That's reason for optimism.

However, opportunities don't become realities on their own, and Oregonians are missing too many of them now. A recent analysis financed by the Oregon Community Foundation, Oregon State Treasury and Meyer Memorial Trust identified a spectrum of "capital gaps" that are hamstringing business development in Oregon.

That's why a bipartisan coalition is proposing a new storyline when it comes to our economic development imperative: the Oregon Investment Act, which will be considered in February.

Oregon spends significant Oregon Lottery profits and other funds today to enhance business development. Yet those tools are scattered across multiple agencies and have little strategic connection, and sometimes have little accountability to measure results.

The Oregon Investment Act responds to the common themes we heard. It will require that we allocate state funds in nimble and effective ways, and it will help ensure that Oregonians get value for their money.

The multifaceted approach could include thoughtful participation in bank loans, focused attraction of venture capital, targeted tax credits and small-business assistance. The overriding goal: better help for communities across the state to build their own economic futures.

Government is in the economic development arena because taxpayers directed it. At the same time, taxpayers rightly expect that the state will invest our limited resources in a coordinated way that will maximize job creation and retention.

Oregon can and should.

Today's uncoordinated system of economic development will be improved by a new Oregon Growth Board that must partner with private sector expertise. That collaboration will allow Oregon to do a better job anticipating and reacting to opportunities.

The board will catalog the myriad ways Oregon now pays for economic development and ensure that funds are spent as wisely as possible. The board also will identify potential new sources of funding to bolster innovation and job creation.

The Oregon Investment Act will attract private dollars by using public funds as a catalyst, such as through investment partnerships and private loan guarantees. By combining those resources, we can help strengthen a culture of entrepreneurship.

It is important to note that the Oregon Investment Act restructures government, rather than adding to it. At least one existing state entity, the Oregon Growth Account Board in the State Treasury, will be dissolved.

This vision is the result of many voices, from small-business owners to community leaders to Oregonians of every political stripe. Together, we are working to write a new chapter in Oregon's story.

And together, we can encourage the business growth that will catapult us into a more prosperous tomorrow.

Ted Wheeler is Oregon's treasurer. Republican Cliff Bentz represents Ontario in the Oregon House of Representatives; Democrat Tobias Read represents Beaverton.

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Oregon Investment Act: Responding to business needs across Oregon - Oregonian

By Ted Wheeler, Cliff Bentz and Tobias Read

We heard hundreds of stories, from across the state -- in Ontario, Klamath Falls, Bend, The Dalles, Portland, Pendleton, Coos Bay.

Business stories. Your stories.

The themes were consistent. Oregon must do better -- and be smarter and more strategic -- to support and invest in business opportunities. And the state can better connect capital to job creators, whether they are fledgling startups or established companies with plans to expand.

A manufacturer in the Columbia River Gorge can't get financing for a new project, which prevents it from hiring more than a dozen people. A promising Bend technology startup is struggling to connect with investors. Small businesses need help to hire technical assistance in Klamath Falls.

When we look around Oregon, we see signs that business is picking up. Opportunities abound. That's reason for optimism.

However, opportunities don't become realities on their own, and Oregonians are missing too many of them now. A recent analysis financed by the Oregon Community Foundation, Oregon State Treasury and Meyer Memorial Trust identified a spectrum of "capital gaps" that are hamstringing business development in Oregon.

That's why a bipartisan coalition is proposing a new storyline when it comes to our economic development imperative: the Oregon Investment Act, which will be considered in February.

Oregon spends significant Oregon Lottery profits and other funds today to enhance business development. Yet those tools are scattered across multiple agencies and have little strategic connection, and sometimes have little accountability to measure results.

The Oregon Investment Act responds to the common themes we heard. It will require that we allocate state funds in nimble and effective ways, and it will help ensure that Oregonians get value for their money.

The multifaceted approach could include thoughtful participation in bank loans, focused attraction of venture capital, targeted tax credits and small-business assistance. The overriding goal: better help for communities across the state to build their own economic futures.

Government is in the economic development arena because taxpayers directed it. At the same time, taxpayers rightly expect that the state will invest our limited resources in a coordinated way that will maximize job creation and retention.

Oregon can and should.

Today's uncoordinated system of economic development will be improved by a new Oregon Growth Board that must partner with private sector expertise. That collaboration will allow Oregon to do a better job anticipating and reacting to opportunities.

The board will catalog the myriad ways Oregon now pays for economic development and ensure that funds are spent as wisely as possible. The board also will identify potential new sources of funding to bolster innovation and job creation.

The Oregon Investment Act will attract private dollars by using public funds as a catalyst, such as through investment partnerships and private loan guarantees. By combining those resources, we can help strengthen a culture of entrepreneurship.

It is important to note that the Oregon Investment Act restructures government, rather than adding to it. At least one existing state entity, the Oregon Growth Account Board in the State Treasury, will be dissolved.

This vision is the result of many voices, from small-business owners to community leaders to Oregonians of every political stripe. Together, we are working to write a new chapter in Oregon's story.

And together, we can encourage the business growth that will catapult us into a more prosperous tomorrow.

Ted Wheeler is Oregon's treasurer. Republican Cliff Bentz represents Ontario in the Oregon House of Representatives; Democrat Tobias Read represents Beaverton.

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Oregon Investment Act: Responding to business needs across Oregon - Oregonian

By Ted Wheeler, Cliff Bentz and Tobias Read

We heard hundreds of stories, from across the state -- in Ontario, Klamath Falls, Bend, The Dalles, Portland, Pendleton, Coos Bay.

Business stories. Your stories.

The themes were consistent. Oregon must do better -- and be smarter and more strategic -- to support and invest in business opportunities. And the state can better connect capital to job creators, whether they are fledgling startups or established companies with plans to expand.

A manufacturer in the Columbia River Gorge can't get financing for a new project, which prevents it from hiring more than a dozen people. A promising Bend technology startup is struggling to connect with investors. Small businesses need help to hire technical assistance in Klamath Falls.

When we look around Oregon, we see signs that business is picking up. Opportunities abound. That's reason for optimism.

However, opportunities don't become realities on their own, and Oregonians are missing too many of them now. A recent analysis financed by the Oregon Community Foundation, Oregon State Treasury and Meyer Memorial Trust identified a spectrum of "capital gaps" that are hamstringing business development in Oregon.

That's why a bipartisan coalition is proposing a new storyline when it comes to our economic development imperative: the Oregon Investment Act, which will be considered in February.

Oregon spends significant Oregon Lottery profits and other funds today to enhance business development. Yet those tools are scattered across multiple agencies and have little strategic connection, and sometimes have little accountability to measure results.

The Oregon Investment Act responds to the common themes we heard. It will require that we allocate state funds in nimble and effective ways, and it will help ensure that Oregonians get value for their money.

The multifaceted approach could include thoughtful participation in bank loans, focused attraction of venture capital, targeted tax credits and small-business assistance. The overriding goal: better help for communities across the state to build their own economic futures.

Government is in the economic development arena because taxpayers directed it. At the same time, taxpayers rightly expect that the state will invest our limited resources in a coordinated way that will maximize job creation and retention.

Oregon can and should.

Today's uncoordinated system of economic development will be improved by a new Oregon Growth Board that must partner with private sector expertise. That collaboration will allow Oregon to do a better job anticipating and reacting to opportunities.

The board will catalog the myriad ways Oregon now pays for economic development and ensure that funds are spent as wisely as possible. The board also will identify potential new sources of funding to bolster innovation and job creation.

The Oregon Investment Act will attract private dollars by using public funds as a catalyst, such as through investment partnerships and private loan guarantees. By combining those resources, we can help strengthen a culture of entrepreneurship.

It is important to note that the Oregon Investment Act restructures government, rather than adding to it. At least one existing state entity, the Oregon Growth Account Board in the State Treasury, will be dissolved.

This vision is the result of many voices, from small-business owners to community leaders to Oregonians of every political stripe. Together, we are working to write a new chapter in Oregon's story.

And together, we can encourage the business growth that will catapult us into a more prosperous tomorrow.

Ted Wheeler is Oregon's treasurer. Republican Cliff Bentz represents Ontario in the Oregon House of Representatives; Democrat Tobias Read represents Beaverton.

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